Investigating the commercial apple industry and water footprints through a case at the IUBS BioEd Workshop held at the University of Western Cape in Cape Town, ZA in 2009.

Participants and presenters will explore the design and use of science cases that include global connections. The concept of science as a global endeavor is generally understood as the public follows international efforts in public health and environmental crises. The role of science education as a global endeavor is much less accessible despite efforts of the United Nations, World Health Organization, and organizations such as the International Union of Biological Scientists (IUBS).

Preparing students to be scientifically literate citizens as well introducing what it means to be a scientist is a challenging role for faculty. Engaging our students in the asking of questions and problem solving is becoming increasingly interdisciplinary and global in terms of methodology, tools, and data. (NSF, 2008; NRC, 2009; AAAS, 2010; UNESCO, 2010; MOE, 2010) Case-based learning offers opportunities to connect with the issues and the science with a broader world view.